St. Martin's Chamber Choir Home2011-12 Concert Season
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Hubert Parry’s poignant
Songs of Farewell form the basis of this concert marking the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks that changed our world. Written during the final year of Parry’s life as a conscious reflection on the transitory nature of existence, they make a powerful statement. Other works by Eric Whitacre, Terry Schlenker, William Schuman and other American composers. Read pre-concert article from the Denver Post Read concert review from the Denver Post
(One performance only) II. Brahms' Liebeslieder
Waltzes
A quartet of singers accompanied by duo-pianists render these delightful, jewel-like miniatures. In this performance, the waltzes themselves will be interspersed with readings of the texts, rendered in such a way as to highlight the rustic and often doggerel nature of the poetry Brahms chose. Come prepared to laugh and be surprised! [Concert Program]
III. Bach's Christmas Oratorio St. Martin's Chamber Choir and Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra join forces for two performances of
J.S. Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, which has not been heard in its complete version in the Denver/Boulder region for nearly two decades. These two fine ensembles collaborate for the first time to perform the complete
Oratorio.
At times light-hearted, at times introspective, St. Martin’s offers carols familiar and unfamiliar, sure to adorn your Holiday Season with joy and beauty. Works by members of the Alfred Burt family, including granddaughter Abbie Betinis, are featured, as well as other composers ancient and modern.
Fri. Mar. 2, 2012, 7:30 p.m. A special, non-subscription concert at June Swaner Gates Concert Hall, Newman Center for the Performing Arts, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver St. Martin's is joined by the Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado for this performance of the "Requiem" by Jean Gilles, as well as music by Lully and Hardouin. The concert features Julie Andrijeski, guest concertmaster, Evanne Brown, soprano, Marjorie Bunday, mezzo, Todd Teske, tenor, and Patrick Mason, baritone. For tickets contact the
Newman Center Box Office, (303) 871-7720 or Generous support for this performance comes from The Bonfils-Stanton Foundation V. Nearer My
God to Thee - Remembering the Titanic
One hundred years later, the sinking of the “unsinkable” Titanic still fascinates. St. Martin’s will render Edwardian-era seafaring favorites, as well as works known to have been sung or performed during the voyage, recreating what was truly “A Night to Remember.”
. A Parcel of Premieres Gift-wrapped in the ethereal sounds of St. Martin's Chamber Choir, this parcel of works includes nearly all premieres of one kind or another, ending the season with the sounds of new beginnings. Works include a special commission by St. Martin’s from English composer Philip Cannon; Terry Schlenker’s new Mass for 4 voices, and other novelties.
St. Martin's Chamber Choir gratefully acknowledges the support of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, the Colorado Creative Industries, and many private and foundation donors.
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